Pembrokeshire Islands Boat Trips

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Pembrokeshire Islands Boat Trips offers a range of guided excursions to the most iconic islands of Pembrokeshire – Skomer, Skokholm and Grassholm. A 40‑year‑old operator, the company steers visitors from Brunel Quay in Marloes (SA62 3BJ, Wales) on a fleet of catamarans through the crystal‑clear waters of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Whether you’re after a relaxed cruise, a high‑speed wildlife safari or a full day of on‑island exploration, every trip is designed to showcase the abundant seabirds, seals and marine life that make these islands world‑renowned nature reserves. Skomer is home to the largest puffin colony in Southern Britain and the world’s largest concentration of Manx shearwaters. Skokholm hosts enormous seabird colonies, including puffins, gulls and a vast number of manx shearwaters, and offers a dramatic lighthouse and a historic cottage that can be stayed in for three or four nights. Grassholm boasts one of the biggest gannet colonies in the world, with over 39,000 breeding pairs. Guests can land on Skomer and walk the trails, or hop aboard a gentle cruise around the headlands and coves, or choose a high‑speed Sea Safari to experience the islands at close range. The company also offers a “Seabird Spectacular” sunset tour, a combined Skomer and Skokholm safari, a Grassholm Gannery experience, a comprehensive Pembrokeshire Island adventure and a private charter for bespoke itineraries. All trips are available to book via the official website, and a telephone line (01646 603123) is open to answer any inquiries. The cruises and landing trips start at £18 per person, with a range of other packages running from £24 to £60 per person. Only when staying on Skokholm for three or four nights does the Wildlife Trust manage the accommodation; the cost is arranged directly through the Trust. The typical visit lasts between one and three hours, with longer stays possible for those wishing to explore Skomer’s islands fully. The best time to visit is during the spring and summer months when puffins are nesting and the seabird colonies are most vibrant.

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• Puffin Colony
• Manx Shearwaters
• High‑Speed Sea Safaris

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• Typical visit: about 3 hours